From country homes to game lodges

From country homes to game lodges

Today we take a look at different types of accommodation found all over South Africa for those who seek personalized service and luxury.

Granny Mouse Country House

What makes a boutique hotel special? If you are thinking of trying something new when you are travelling and are bored with the conventional hotels, you have to book a stay at any of these beautiful boutique hotels, where your needs come first.

This elegant hotel with two restaurants and spa is situated in the picturesque KwaZulu Natal Midlands at the foothills of the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg, one of South Africa’s world heritage sites.

The chic, elegant deluxe suites at Granny Mouse Country House are airy and spacious, where you can sleep peacefully, yourself weaving dreams, under a high, thatched roof, with large picture windows and folding French doors, leading to a balcony with views over Lions River below.

Tasteful artwork adorn the walls and whether or not you are indoors or outdoors, you will find sanctuary for your stressed out mind. For those hot days, there is air conditioning, so you won’t feel uncomfortable in those long summer days ahead. A fireplace, underfloor heating and heated towel rails in the bathroom for winter, will have you cosy in no time at all.

As you walk through the lush gardens, you will notice the hanging baskets spilling over with flowers of every hue. Almost everywhere you walk there are beautiful water features, as well as two swimming pools and the river below, which curves around the property and is always in view, whether from the rooms or the wedding chapel.

With a quiet village atmosphere, this superb boutique hotel is situated just 20min outside Cape Town, close to Bloubergstrand, and 30 min from the airport, in Melkbosstrand.

Atlantic Beach Hotel offers you space and privacy and are there to cater to your every whim or need. If you are tired and weary from your trip and are not in the mood to venture outside the hotel, you can just relax in the sun in your own small enclosed garden. You will also find that the people in Melkbos exude the charming, warm hospitality typical of South Africa’s west coast.

The Atlantic Beach Hotel is located just 300 meters from the pristine beaches of Melkbosstrand which offers the most breathtaking views of the sea and the magnificent Table Mountain.
Situated a mere 25 minutes drive from the Cape Town CBD and 25kms from the Cape Town International Airport, Melkbosstrand is perfectly located for a relaxed
getaway or professional conference.

For those in seek of adventure, there is also an 18-hole golf course just 5 minutes away. Fun in the sun activities such as quad biking, kite surfing and windsurfing makes the Atlantic Beach Hotel the perfect holiday destination or teambuilding venue.

Tambuti Game Lodge is situated within the Black Rhino Game Reserve, in the north western side of the malaria-free greater Pilanesberg National Park.

Tambuti private game lodge offers guests a personal and luxurious safari experience. This contemporary elegant lodge is complemented by the excellent service and hospitality offered by the Tambuti staff.
This stunning game lodge only has five luxury suites all fitted with quality furnishings. Surrounded by Tambuti trees, all the chalets offer spectacular bush views from their private decks.

There are two pool view suites: Zebra and Hippo. The two bush view suites are called Elephant and Lion, and the honeymoon suite, Rhino, comes with a private deck and Jacuzzi.

All the suites have a luxury bedroom, double vanities, toilet, bath, indoor and outdoor shower and fridge inside the suite. They each have a private deck with an outside kitchenette accompanied by a table and two chairs for seating.
Enjoy morning and afternoon or evening game drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles, viewing Africa’s impressive wildlife with an expert guide.